Tante by Anne Douglas Sedgwick
"Tante" by Anne Douglas Sedgwick is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of musical concerts in London, focusing on the iconic Madame Okraska, a celebrated pianist, and her enigmatic adopted daughter, Karen Woodruff. The relationship between these two characters hints at themes of devotion, artistic ambition, and the weight of personal history as they navigate the complexities of fame and expectation. The opening of
the narrative immerses readers in the atmosphere of an eagerly awaited concert in London, where a diverse audience is gathered to witness Madame Okraska's performance. The description captures the anticipation, excitement, and social nuances of the attendees, emphasizing Okraska's unique blend of talent and beauty. As the concert commences, the initial excitement is contrasted by introspective moments experienced by Gregory Jardine, a barrister who becomes intrigued by Karen. Through their interactions, we begin to see the contrasting worlds they inhabit—one of public adoration and the other cloaked in personal challenges—setting the stage for deeper explorations of their intertwined destinies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sedgwick, Anne Douglas, 1873-1935 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tante |
| Credits | E-text prepared by David Garcia, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30115 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-30115-0 |
| Release Date | Sep 27, 2009 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 590 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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